Napa Cabbage and Sesame Seed Slaw

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Deb Perelman of Smitten Kitchen for NPR

Prep time30 minutes

Description

Deb says, "Wasabi imparts a Far Eastern flavor, and black and white toasted sesame seeds add a decorative touch to this slaw. No mayonnaise means it won't spoil during a long day at the beach." This recipe is adapted from Bobby Flay's Boy Meets Grill (Hyperion 1999).

Ingredients

  • 2
    t
    wasabi powder (available at asian markets, specialty stores and many large supermarkets)
  • 1
    T
    water
  • 2
    clv
    garlic, minced
  • 1
    T
    finely grated ginger
  • 1
    T
    fresh lime juice
  • 1⁄3
    c
    rice wine vinegar
  • 1⁄4
    c
    peanut oil
  • 1
    T
    honey
  •  
     
    kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • 1
     
    large head napa cabbage, finely shredded
  • 2
     
    large carrots, peeled and finely shredded
  • 4
     
    green onions (white bulb and 3 inches of green), finely sliced on the bias
  • 1
    c
    finely sliced snow peas (strings removed and sliced on the bias)
  • 1
    T
    white sesame seeds, toasted
  • 1
    T
    black sesame seeds, toasted

Instructions

Combine the wasabi powder and water in a small bowl. Whisk in the garlic, ginger, lime juice, vinegar, oil and honey, and season with salt and pepper.

Combine the cabbage, carrots, green onions and snow peas in a large bowl.

Add the dressing and coat well.

Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with the sesame seeds

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